20 April 2011

Easter Greetings


I really like Easter. While the celebration is not as
over the top as Thanksgiving or Christmas, I like
everything that it represents -- new beginnings,
salvation, mourning that has turned into joy,
hope, a fulfilled promise, resurrection.

It's another occasion to be thankful and
to pass on the blessings.

So today, let's create something to share.

blah: a paper bag.

Then add some glitter stickers to the mix.

TADA!: Easter greeting cards!

They are further embellished with glitter glue,
a lock of yarn and a heartfelt message.

Send these out and let other people feel
the invigorating message of Easter.

19 April 2011

Cheery Chick


We're gearing up for Easter with a bunch
of cute & cheerful blah to TADA! crafts.

Today, we're transforming this baby:

blah: a Styrofoam cup that once contained soup.

After cleaning it up really well...

TADA!: It's a candy bowl!

The stripes are made of felt. Add a plush toy {this little
chickee came from the dollar bin} and position it like
it's hugging the bowl. Attach everything with hot glue.

Note: You might have to weigh it down if the stuffed toy
is heavier than the cup {ex. put a small bowl or
condiment dish inside the Styrofoam cup, then
add the candy.}
Use it as a centerpiece on your coffee or dining table,
make it part of the dessert spread or raffle it off to a
lucky guest {place in a clear bag, top with a ribbon,
for easy handling}.


18 April 2011

Easter Projects


Hi and happy Monday!
This week, I have a collection of colorful projects
in preparation for Easter Sunday.

Of course, they're made from recycled goodies.


blah: a deli container saved from last night's
take-out dinner.

Clean it well & let it dry.

TADA!: An Easter basket filled with sweet treats!

The trim & handle are made of printed ribbon and
secured with hot glue. It's stuffed with shredded
pastel paper and topped with bunny chocolates.

Who can resist all this cuteness?

Have a fabulous week lovelies!

15 April 2011

Travel Time


Hooray it's Friday!
Like me, I'm pretty sure plastic containers
are still part of your everyday.

For example, your daily toiletries:

Once consumed, you are left with empty, blah containers. I like to save them, especially the little bottles. I clean them well, label neatly and fill them up with necessities:

TADA! Items that I need for a weekend getaway. No need to buy travel size versions at the store. Just refill when running low.

Great for carry-on luggage too because each bottle contains 3 oz. of liquid or less.

Have an awesome weekend!


14 April 2011

Bedside Essentials


It's all about plastic this week and how we can
turn them from blah to TADA!

This container once held sushi:

Without the sushi, it's so blah.

But clean it up and add some of your favorite things:

TADA! It's now a tray for your bedside essentials!

13 April 2011

Part of the Family


Plastic is still very much part of our daily life.
Because total elimination is not yet an option,
let's put plastic to good use.

blah: a plastic & Styrofoam take-away container

Let's use the black Styrofoam plate today.

TADA! It's frame to hold silhouettes for members of the family -- people or pets!

Learn how to make your own silhouettes here. Add a ribbon {attached with hot glue} for easy and decorative hanging.


12 April 2011

A Few Cartoon Characters


Okay, I admit, today's idea is recycled from yesterday.
I just have to show you that even if plastic bags are
blah and are a big threat to the environment,
their use can be extended.

blah: plastic bags with cute character prints

TADA!: turn them into padded envelopes! Instructions here.

Perfect for mailing presents to children.

I quite like this Hello Kitty-print plastic bag.

I was able to make two small padded envelopes out of it. TADA!